Education

Casey Long receives Kansas Teacher of Promise Award

Long and her class of third graders visit a pumpkin patch

On a cool September day, Casey Long ‘24 was working in her third-grade classroom when she felt her watch buzz with a notification. “I looked at my para with wide… Continue reading Casey Long receives Kansas Teacher of Promise Award

Newman student is finalist for 2024 Crystal Apple Honor Award

Arellano (center) holds balloons and an envelope showing she was selected as a finalist for the 2024 Crystal Apple Honor Award.

Newman master’s student Emily Arellano ’20, ’22 was selected as a finalist for the 2024 Crystal Apple Honor Award.

Newman University embraces innovative partnership to address teacher shortage

Presidents from Newman University, Friends University, Southwestern College, Butler Community College and Cowley College come together to announce "Educate the State", a new partnership to benefit students and help address Kansas teacher shortage

Newman University has joined forces with several other institutions on an innovative solution, the “Educate the State” program.

Celebrating one year of ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast

Wednesday, February 7 marked one year of The Newman Bond podcast, the official podcast of Newman University.

Haysville Learning Center named for Newman professor John Burke

Burke holds a pair of giant scissors at the building dedication ceremony.

In recognition of 18 years as superintendent, the learning center in Haysville Unified School District 261 was dedicated to Dr. John Burke.

Max Frazier, Ph.D., celebrates education through two significant events

Interim Director of the School of Education and Associate Professor Max Frazier was invited to two significant events in the month of February — the Jardine Film Festival and the Kansas… Continue reading Max Frazier, Ph.D., celebrates education through two significant events

Dr. Surendra Singh named Ingram’s ‘Icon of Education’

In a teaching career spanning more than four decades, Professor Emeritus of Biology Surendra Singh, Ph.D., has worked with colleagues to establish the highly respected Department of Biology at Newman… Continue reading Dr. Surendra Singh named Ingram’s ‘Icon of Education’

Building Newman University’s bright future in science and health sciences

Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies and Professor of Chemistry David Shubert, Ph.D. believes that, in the future, Newman University can double the number of students in science and… Continue reading Building Newman University’s bright future in science and health sciences

Alumna shares Newman University compelling story

Newman alumna Melissa Grelinger ’82 shared her memories as a student at Kansas Newman College, now Newman University, at the Facing Forward announcement event Saturday, Feb. 6. Grelinger, who with her husband… Continue reading Alumna shares Newman University compelling story

Newman University announces $30 million Facing Forward campaign

Newman University officials have announced a public fundraising campaign to upgrade existing health science education facilities and to build a new science education center to be named the Bishop Gerber… Continue reading Newman University announces $30 million Facing Forward campaign

Newman University education student earns Horizon Award for teaching

Newman University student Jed Heath recently received the Horizon Award from the Kansas Department of Education. Each year the Department bestows the Horizon Award to 32 teachers across the state of Kansas. It is given… Continue reading Newman University education student earns Horizon Award for teaching

Newman lends support to extension of Perkins Loan Program

Businesswoman hard at work in the office sitting at her desk reading through paperwork with her chin resting on her hand

Newman University – represented through the American Council on Education – is among the 53 higher education organizations and 535 education and financial aid institutions to request that the U.S. Congress extend the Perkins… Continue reading Newman lends support to extension of Perkins Loan Program

Newman University Western Kansas Center helping address education challenges

Newman University Western Kansas Campus, 236 San Jose, Suite 39, Dodge City, KS 67801

An internet search for the term “teacher shortage” brings tens of thousands of results. Over the past six months hundreds of articles have been published regarding states and communities challenged… Continue reading Newman University Western Kansas Center helping address education challenges

Newman University School of Education recommended for reaccreditation

The Newman University School of Education has been recommended for reaccreditation by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), following a rigorous review process that included two and… Continue reading Newman University School of Education recommended for reaccreditation

Newman offers new early childhood education degree

Newman University is now offering a new degree program that gives area residents an opportunity to earn a degree that qualifies them for both elementary and early childhood education.

Sister Thomasine Stoecklein honored for service to Newman

Thomasine Stoecklein, ASC, who retired from Newman University after close to 50 years of service, was honored at a card shower and reception May 17 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.… Continue reading Sister Thomasine Stoecklein honored for service to Newman

Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Convocation

Newman University honored student scholars and leaders for their outstanding academic achievements and accomplishments at the 2011 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation, held April 20 on the Newman campus.

Trilli to be inducted into Mid Mon Hall of Fame

Newman Director of Athletics Vic Trilli will be inducted into the Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame next month.

Newman University honors student achievements at Academic Awards Convocation

Newman University honored student scholars and leaders for their outstanding academic achievements and accomplishments at the 2010 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation, held April 22 on the Newman campus.

Academic Achievements Recognized at 2010 Academic Honors & Awards Convocation

Newman University recognized the achievements of students, faculty and staff at the 2010 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation Wednesday, April 21, in the Performance Hall of De Mattias Fine Arts… Continue reading Academic Achievements Recognized at 2010 Academic Honors & Awards Convocation

Academic Awards Convocation scheduled for April 21

Outstanding Newman University students and faculty members will be featured at the 2010 Academic Honors and Awards Convocation. The ceremony will take place at 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 21, in… Continue reading Academic Awards Convocation scheduled for April 21

Newman University professor wins Kansas Health Foundation grant to help lessen bullying behavior

Anyone who has gone to school has witnessed, perpetrated or been the victim of it. It can be blatant, such as one student hitting or threatening harm to another, or… Continue reading Newman University professor wins Kansas Health Foundation grant to help lessen bullying behavior

Newman University honors fall 2009 graduates

The Newman University Fall 2009 Commencement ceremony was held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12 at Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple. A total of 183 students graduated, including 28… Continue reading Newman University honors fall 2009 graduates

Newman University mourns passing of longtime professor, scholar Madeleine Kisner, ASC

Wichita, Kan. – Newman University alumnae, longtime professor of English and respected scholar of John Henry Cardinal Newman and his works Madeleine Kisner, ASC passed away at 12:30 a.m. Friday,… Continue reading Newman University mourns passing of longtime professor, scholar Madeleine Kisner, ASC

Education conference, research center dedicated in memory of Susan Reeves, ASC

A standing-room-only crowd attended a reception and dedication ceremony Oct. 26 for the Susan Reeves, ASC Memorial Conference and Research Center in the lower level of McNeill Hall. The center… Continue reading Education conference, research center dedicated in memory of Susan Reeves, ASC

Newman to Dedicate Sr. Susan Reeves Conference Center Monday

The public is invited to a reception and dedication ceremony on Monday, Oct. 26, 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in room 40 of McNeill Hall with remarks scheduled between 5:45… Continue reading Newman to Dedicate Sr. Susan Reeves Conference Center Monday

‘Newman U. at Dodge Brew’ sets stage for higher education dialogue

Anheuser-Busch and local chefs to provide tasty refreshments DODGE CITY, KAN. – In mid-October Newman University officials will be present in Dodge City to connect with individuals and to hear… Continue reading ‘Newman U. at Dodge Brew’ sets stage for higher education dialogue

Newman University expands reduced tuition program for laid-off workers

Graduate courses now part of savings for laid-off workers Wichita, Kan. – Newman University has announced the expansion of the reduced tuition rate for laid-off workers to its graduate programs.… Continue reading Newman University expands reduced tuition program for laid-off workers